Singapore Zoo is in Mandai Wildlife EAST, at 80 Mandai Lake Road, and makes a wildlife day trip from Little India.
Public buses connect the reserve with several MRT stations, while the zoo’s suggested visit duration is 2.5 hours; allow longer if you want to see all exhibits and catch presentations. If you’re arriving by air, the route from Changi Airport to Little India covers that separate leg.
- Location: 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
- Opening pattern: Open daily
- Visit time: Suggested duration is 2.5 hours; allow at least 3–4 hours for all exhibits and presentations
- Ticket basics: Admission includes unlimited complimentary tram rides
How do you get from Little India to Singapore Zoo?
Public transport to Mandai Wildlife Reserve connects through Khatib, Ang Mo Kio, Springleaf and Choa Chu Kang MRT stations. The M2 Khatib Bus runs between Khatib MRT and the reserve, while buses 138 and 927 connect from other stations.
For a direct connection from Khatib, the M2 takes about 20 minutes to reach Mandai Wildlife Reserve. It runs daily from 8:30am to midnight, generally every 15 minutes and every 20 minutes between 11:00pm and midnight; traffic can affect the service. The fare is S$2.50 for passengers aged 7 and above, and children under 7 ride free.
M2 accepts EZ-Link, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Samsung Pay. It does not accept cash, NETS FlashPay or credit-card chip-and-PIN payments. If you’re travelling from Little India, plan your connection to one of the listed MRT stations before boarding the bus.
Singapore Zoo tickets and entry times
Singapore Zoo opens daily from 8:30am to 6:00pm, with last entry at 5:00pm. Admission prices vary by residency and ticket category, and the published prices include 9% GST.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 8:30–18:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Non-resident admission is S$49 for adults and S$34 for children aged 3 to 12. Children below age 3 may enter free when accompanied by an adult aged above 21 who holds an admission ticket for the same attraction.
For Singapore residents using WildPass, regular-day admission is S$39 for adults and S$27 for children or students. Peak-day admission is S$44 for adults and S$30 for children or students; senior admission for ages 60 and above is S$25. Regular days are Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays; peak days are Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.
Admission prices can change without prior notice, so check the official site before you go. The complimentary tram is included with admission, and rides are unlimited. The last departures are 5:30pm from Station 1, 6:05pm from Station 2, 6:10pm from Station 3 and 6:15pm from Station 4, so check current details when planning your visit.
How much time should you plan inside the zoo?
Mandai’s suggested itinerary allows 2.5 hours at Singapore Zoo, but its school-groups FAQ recommends at least 3–4 hours to see all exhibits and catch presentations. Choose the longer window if both are priorities, and keep the zoo’s 5:00pm last-entry time in mind.
Daytime presentations take place at Shaw Foundation Amphitheatre and Animal Buddies Plaza at KidzWorld. Seating is first-come, first-served, and flash photography is not allowed. Some exhibits may close temporarily for refurbishment, so check current announcements before setting out.
The zoo is designed to be wheelchair- and stroller-friendly. Complimentary self-service wheelchairs are available at the attraction entrance reception counter, subject to availability. Wheelchair users can use some trams, which have designated wheelchair slots; wheelchairs must be folded and placed in the designated area during tram travel.
Food, water and practical details
Mandai names Ah Meng Restaurant and KFC among the zoo’s dining choices. Water-refill stations are located around the zoo, and Mandai recommends bringing a reusable water bottle.
Diaper-changing facilities are available at KidzWorld, the zoo entrance, Wildlife Learning Centre, Ah Meng Restaurant, Reptile Kingdom and Pavilion by the Lake. The zoo is smoke-free, with a designated smoking point outside the attraction entrance.
Keep children supervised throughout the visit. Mandai asks visitors not to shout at, taunt or chase animals, or throw objects at them.
Planning your Little India stay
Singapore Zoo and Mandai Wildlife Reserve are about 18 km from The Quay Hotel Little India at Broadway, with an estimated trip of 40 minutes. Quay Little offers guest rooms in Little India.
FAQs
Where is Singapore Zoo?
Singapore Zoo is at 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826, within Mandai Wildlife EAST.
How long should you spend at Singapore Zoo?
Mandai suggests 2.5 hours for a visit. Allow at least 3–4 hours if you plan to see all exhibits and catch presentations.
Does admission include the tram?
Yes. A complimentary tram ride is included with admission, and rides are unlimited.
What buses go to Mandai Wildlife Reserve?
Bus 138 connects from Ang Mo Kio or Springleaf MRT stations, bus 927 from Choa Chu Kang MRT station, and the M2 from Khatib MRT station.